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Study Suggests Psilocybin Can ‘Reset’ The Brains Of Depressed People
*Mandy Froelich* - Psilocybin, the active ingredient in “magic mushrooms,” continues to show promise as a natural treatment for anxiety and depression.
The Grass GESTAPO Is Out of Control: $30K in Fines and Potential Foreclosure for a Too-Long Lawn
*Dagny Taggart* - Is a $29,000 fine – or a person losing their home – proportional to having tall grass for a few weeks?
"Socialists imagine that the minimum wage increases wages paid. But the fact is that it increases, not the wage paid to a given worker, but the threshold. That is, it raises the bar on what employment is legally permissible." #QotD
*"In an attempt to raise wages, the government imposes a minimum wage by law. Socialists imagine that this increases wages paid. But the fact is that it increases, not the wage paid to a given worker, but the threshold. That is, it raises the bar on what employment is legally permissible..." "A price fixing scheme like minimum wage is based on the idea that ... there is a magically right wage—nowadays called “living” ... And the government, of course, has the job to ensure it is paid. Of course, the government cannot guarantee any such thing.... "On one side, there are p... more »
Los Angeles County Plan: NO GAS STATIONS IN COUNTY—Seriously!!!
California Political Review August 8, 2019 By Stephen Frank A County that can take away your gas station is a county that takes away your freedom. If the Planners for the County could implement their plan, L.A. County would be the first county in the nation without PRIVATE transportation, other than a bike or feet. Think business could survive in …
Is the airborne fraction of anthropogenic CO 2 emissions increasing?
Wolfgang Knorr Received 18 August 2009; revised 21 September 2009; accepted 23 September 2009; published 7 November 2009. [ 1 ] Several recent studies have highlighted the possibility that the oceans and terrestrial ecosystems have started loosing part of their ability to sequester a large proportion of the anthropogenic CO2 emissions. This is an important claim, because so far only …
Climate change caused by “dominant” Natural Causes, not Humans
By Luis R. Miranda The Real Agenda News April 11, 2014 BRAZIL Back in 2008, a report titled Nature, Not Human Activity, Controls the Climate was published by the Non-governmental International Panel on Climate Change (NIPCC). The report was an analysis of peer-reviewed papers and other published literature which purportedly studied climate change and how humanity contributed to the phenomenon. A …
QUORA: Is climate change an imagined problem promoted by censorship and the media without scientific evidence?
Answer by: James Matkin , LAWYER WRITER (2006-present) Yes, climate change by man is an imagined unproven problem. Sea levels are not rising, islands are not sinking, some glaciers expand as others melt, polar bears flourish, winters are colder with massive snowfall and the ski business is booming. Alarmist computer projections of catastrophic warming all fail. Where is the problem? …
Israeli Astrophysicist rejects UN IPCC – Finds ‘the sun completely overturns the way we should see global warming’
Climate Depot Nov. 9, 2017 Award-winning Astrophysicist Dr. Shaviv is in Germany with many other skeptical scientists during the UN climate summit. Shaviv is warning about the scientific fallacies presented by the UN IPCC panel about global warming climate change. His full presentation at the conference is on November 10th. Dr. Nir Shaviv on Cambridge Debate: ‘I was quite shocked …
Why Iran Fears Its Women
*Ilan Berman* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] Vida Movahed is spearheading a broader movement that both unifies and amplifies the disparate strains of dissent now percolating within Iran. In late July, Mousa Ghazanfarabadi, the conservative head of Tehran’s Revolutionary Court, announced publicly that the Iranian regime had identified a new “hostile government” with whom interaction was henceforth banned, punishable by up to a decade in prison. That entity wasn’t the Trump administration, which has launched an escalating campaign of economic pressure against the Islamic... more »
The Dark Side of Turkey's Intelligence Community
*Michael Rubin* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] Turkey and its National Intelligence Organization appear to abuse the intelligence and diplomatic process by seeking to insert flawed and false intelligence in order to constrain and subvert U.S. diplomatic options. Last week the U.S. Embassy in Turkey released a statement that said Washington had reached an agreement to implement “initial measures to address Turkey’s security concerns” and to establish a “peace corridor” inside Kurdish-controlled portions of Syria. The agreement aims to diffuse a crisis which saw the Turk... more »
America's Syria Free Zone Will Come at a Price
*Seth J. Frantzman* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] Eastern Syria now presents a recurring challenge and crises. Rarely in history has Washington had to keep two ostensible allies at bay, while trying to achieve a third goal. Turkey and the United States appeared to climb down from another crisis in eastern Syria in early August. The agreement to coordinate the establishment of a “safe zone” along the Syria-Turkish border leads to another stage in a process that began in December when the White House announced that the United States would leave Syria. It is a process tha... more »
How Trump Can Avoid War with Russia
*George Beebe* *Security, Eurasia* [image: Reuters] Our Russia challenge does not fit neatly into either the “offensive Russia” or “defensive Russia” schools of thought, but the tangled set of issues crisscrossing the U.S.-Russian relationship does reflect the complexities of a classic wicked problem. A LITTLE over a century ago, President Theodore Roosevelt got an early glimpse into the makings of history’s greatest manmade catastrophe. In 1904, he observed that Germany’s Kaiser Wilhelm II *believes that the English are planning to attack him and smash his fleet, and perhaps jo... more »
This Is the War That Turned the F-15 Strike Eagle into a Recurring Nightmare for America's Enemies
*Dario Leone* *History, Middle East* [image: https://www.dvidshub.net/image/5580231/908th-ears-refuels-aircraft-support-oir] Amazing. *Short, who is now a brigadier general, said the lessons learned from initial operations in Afghanistan changed the fighter community culture as a whole and directly contributed to the advancement of Strike Eagle CAS training.* The national recognition of the survivors of the Battle of Robert’s Ridge in August 2018 has begun to have an effect on the way Air Force members pause to reflect on the history and heritage of the service. As told by Tec... more »
See This Picture? This Aircraft Carrier Was Sunk (A Member of the Crew Told Us How)
*Warfare History Network* *History, * A real tragedy. *I still couldn’t get over it myself. I mean, Siwash was senior to most of the other quartermasters—probably the smartest, too—but he was not an officer. He was an enlisted man—a petty officer, second class––the same as me. I saw nothing unusual when the first fighter plane came in. The airdales [sailors on an aircraft carrier whose job involves working with aircraft] towed it forward; the pilot was still in the cockpit when the next plane approached the stern.* After working in a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp in Id... more »
How 1 Russian Rifle Destroyed Nazi Germany's Deadliest Tanks
*Warfare History Network* *Security, * This is real. *The Soviet antitank rifles seemed to fade from the battlefield as newer antitank weapons, such as the rocket-propelled grenades, took precedence. They can still be seen in museums. Some are in the hands of private collectors, a few of whom still shoot them. A quick Internet search reveals videos of them being fired, showing the noise and muzzle blast to good effect.* The German panzers approached the Russian artillery column as it moved to a new position. As the troops trudged toward their new firing point, six panzers appe... more »
Watch This F-35 Stealth Fighter Go Vertical Right After Take-Off
*Dario Leone* *Security, * Amazing. Brought to my attention by Melanie Belz, a reader of The Aviation Geek Club, the gorgeous footage in this post shows two Koninklijke Luchtmacht (Royal Netherlands Air Force, RNlAF) F-35As (actually the first two Dutch F-35A aircraft, AN-1 (F-001) and AN-2 (F-002)) going verticalimmediately after take-off. Noteworthy the video was taken during RNlAF Open Days 2016 airshow, held at Leeuwarden Air Base Jun. 10-11, 2016. This event marked the first European airshow to debut the F-35A Lightning II. However the F-35’s visit to the Netherlands was... more »
Israel Has Submarines Armed with Weapons That Could Kill Millions of People
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, * Any guesses as to what? *Having three submarines in operation generally means at least one is at sea at any particular time, a necessity for a sea-based nuclear deterrent. The Dolphin class reportedly carries up to sixteen torpedoes and missiles; if the submarines’ primary task is nuclear deterrence, half of its weapons space might be allocated for carrying nukes. The result is that at any given time Tehran is likely in the nuclear crosshairs of an Israeli submarine.* Israel’s submarine corps is a tiny force with a big open secret: in all likelihoo... more »
Guatemala's next president has few plans for fixing rampant corruption, crime and injustice
Naomi Roht-Arriaza, Distinguished Professor of Law, University of California, Hastings at Politics + Society – The Conversation - 7 hours ago
Conservative Alejandro Giammattei beat former first lady Sandra Torres with 60% of the vote. But turnout was the lowest in Guatemala's modern history, in apparent protest of both candidates.
Did Bernie Sanders ‘Pledge to Reveal Info on Aliens If He Wins in 2020’?
Quoting his wife: "Bernie, what's going on? Do you have any access to records?"
Did Trump Pose with ‘Crisis Actor’ Emma Breier After Dayton Shooting?
Doppelgangers definitely provide ample fodder for conspiracy theorists.
Epstein Fallout: Will Federal Prosecutors Now Target Ghislaine Maxwell?
*21WIRE* | Should U.S. federal investigators seek an indictment, there is certainly a case to be made against Epstein's close partner.
Hannah was told she wouldn't finish school because of her dyslexia. Now she's studying law
Experts say the ACT Government still is not doing enough to assist students with learning difficulties like dyslexia, six years after it committed to improving help available to children.
Funder of massive Takata airbag class action challenged in High Court
The company bankrolling what is expected to be largest class action lawsuit in Australian history will face a legal test in the High Court today, which could slash its entitlement to a large share of the compensation offered to former owners of Takata Airbags.
'I don't want India in my homeland': Kashmir crisis exposes fault lines in Australian communities
An information black-out in Kashmir is sparking fears in Australia's South Asian community, which is bitterly divided over the dispute between Indian and Pakistan.
Liberals 'hamstrung' by Hickey, Labor says, as legislative agenda slows
The Tasmanian Government is acting as if it is in minority, according to one political analyst, as parliamentarians — and Labor — question the slowdown of the Hodgman Liberals' legislative agenda.
Rich school, poor school: Here's where 8,500 schools rank on the income ladder
Exclusive school finance figures reveal four elite private schools spent more on new facilities than the poorest 1,800 schools combined.
'Art turned my life around': An unlikely friendship formed across generations
Despite an 86-year age difference, an unlikely friendship has blossomed between centenarian Peggy Muller and teenage refugee Hasinah Zainal, who is painting a portrait for an art project that teams up young artists with some of Queensland's oldest residents.
ATO boss Chris Jordan says lawsuits against him could spike if he can't get protected documents
Tax Commissioner Chris Jordan says he should be able to access confidential taxpayer information in order to fight a defamation case against him, because if he doesn't, other individuals in dispute with the ATO could launch lawsuits against him.
While Hong Kong protests intensify, a new generation is crossing the red line in Taiwan
Beijing's pressure campaign and the pushback in Hong Kong is setting up an electrifying presidential election battle in Taiwan over the next five months.
'Patch over' defections to rival outlaw group spark bikie violence, court documents reveal
Senior members of the Nomads bikie gang are sentenced over their participation in a criminal group, during a period of what the prosecutor described as "extreme" and "unpredictable" violence across the Hunter region.
Kim Forrest and her husband got an instore credit card. Then they were sued for bankruptcy
The Forrests owed $9,600 on their credit card when a debt collector "went for the house". Consumer advocates say the case highlights an alarming trend towards forced bankruptcies in Australia.
Death of Melbourne researcher struck by falling tree 'leaves an enormous hole in the lives of many'
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Allison Milner, 36, a university professor and mother of two killed by a falling tree in Melbourne's Princes Park, is remembered as an "outstanding scholar", who led Australia's largest study of suicide by doctors.
August has left a shadow across America, but there is light on the horizon
No matter what happens next in the Trump presidency, August 2019 is bound to be a chapter in any post-administration book, writes Micheline Maynard.
Campaign: We Commit to the Moon-Mars Mission
*A digital PDF of this report can be found here.* A 50-year, international crash program for lunar industrialization, the development of fusion-powered space flight, and Mars colonization will be the most important driver for the U.S. and global economies. President Trump’s plan to return to the Moon by 2024 is the correct first step; let’s see the full program through. LaRouche PAC is circulating the petition, “We Commit to the Moon-Mars Mission,” calling upon President Donald Trump and the U.S. Congress to commit to the following crucial elements required to ensure the success o... more »
Texas Judge Chastises CPS but 4-Year-Old Boy Still Not Returned to Family
On Friday, August 9, a status hearing was held in the Pardo case where the court considered what action steps would have to be taken before Drake could be sent home. Judge Tracy Gray, the same judge who signed the original emergency removal order on June 20, presided over the case. The tone of the hearing was strikingly different than the post-removal July 2 hearing presided over by Judge Michael Chitty, which Senator Bob Hall described as an “egregious injustice.” Judge Tracy Gray chastised CPS for the ridiculous list of requests included in their report to the court. Judge Gray t... more »
Good Cop, Bad Cop Redux
(By *American Zen*'s Mike Flannigan, on loan from Ari) (*Disclaimer*: The proprietor of this blog and Mr. Wilson have an ongoing years-long friendship, in which the former has benefited on several occasions by the generosity of the latter. However, that in no way, shape or form has influenced the blog owner’s decision to post an article about his case nor the content of what is written below.) *I* never thought I'd ever revisit the convoluted drawn-out travesty of justice against former MA State Trooper Antone Wilson. It was a six part series I'd started better than two years ago ... more »
More TOBS Madness
I wrote some more code which allows me to analyze the brand new daily time of observation bias adjustments (TOBS) in the NOAA USHCN data set. It confirms my earlier theory that they have the adjustment polarity inverted, and off … Continue reading →
Illinois Running Out of Pension Time?
Mike Riggs of Reason spoke with Illinois Policy Institute's Adam Schuster about how to fix the state's pension debt crisis: Illinois is running out of time to fix its public sector pension problem. A new report from Moody's Investors Service identified the Prairie State as one of the two most likely to suffer during an economic downturn. Illinois towns and cities are already paring back government services to pay for generous benefits packages for retirees, *and Chicago's pension debt alone is larger than that of 41 states. That arrangement can't last forever*. *"The worst-case sce... more »
Video Of Russian Policeman Punching Young Woman During Moscow Protests Goes Viral
*Moscow Times/Reuters:* *Viral Clip of Russian Policeman Punching Young Woman During Protests Stirs Anger* Video footage of a Russian police officer punching a young woman in the stomach has stirred anger among many Russians who believe the authorities have used excessive force to disperse weeks of political demonstrations in Moscow. The clip, filmed Saturday and later circulated online by Russian celebrities with millions of followers, shows the moment two helmeted riot policemen drag the woman, Daria Sosnovskaya, to a waiting police bus. Sosnovskaya, 26, is seen struggling to b... more »
The Healthcare Crisis Can’t Wait Another Decade For A Solution
*Corrupt Blue Dog David Scott represents a big swath of suburban Atlanta south and west of the the city, just below Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. The biggest counties in the district (GA-13) are Cobb, Clayton, Douglas, Fulton, Henry and Fayette. Trump lost the first 5 and won in Fayette County. The PVI is a healthy, unassailable D+20. So what is a district like that doing with a Republican-lite Blue Dog congressman, one who has never-- and still doesn't-- even live in the district? And who has a reputation-- well-deserved-- for long being one of the Democratic Party's most corrupt p... more »
Brazil Prosecutors Move to ban Eduardo Bolsonaro From Ambassador job
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - (Reuters) Federal prosecutors filed a court injunction on Monday seeking to bar the appointment of right-wing Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's son Eduardo as ambassador to the United States due to his lack of experience as a diplomat. The public prosecutor's office asked a Brasilia court to rule on the need […] The post Brazil Prosecutors Move to ban Eduardo Bolsonaro From Ambassador job appeared first on The Rio Times.
American citizens, immigrants must be financially self-sufficient
White House Fact Sheet August 12, 2019 The Trump Administration is taking action to help ensure that non-citizens in this country are self-sufficient and not a strain on public resources. . . The Trump Administration is releasing a final rule (unpublished version) that will protect American taxpayers, preserve our social safety net for vulnerable Americans, and uphold the rule of law. This action will help ensure that if aliens want to enter or remain in the United States they must support themselves, and not rely on public benefits. An alien who receives public benefits above a cer... more »
Can You Be Fired If Your Boss Finds Out You're Leaving, Or If You Give Notice?
So you told your boss you might be quitting. Or you gave notice that you're leaving in three months. Can your boss fire you or shorten your notice period? The answer is probably yes. I assume you don't have a contract saying you can only be fired for cause. Assuming you don't, you're an at-will employee who can be fired for any reason or no reason at all. They can't fire you for an illegal reason, like discrimination, but can fire you for any other reason. If your boss knows you won't be around much longer, then she can protect herself by looking for a replacement. Once your boss fi... more »
Williamson Claims “Powerful Forces” Look to Keep Her Out of Next Dem Debate
[image: williamson-claims-powerful-forces-look-to-keep-her-out-of-next-dem-debate] Outsider Democrat candidate Marianne Williamson is claiming that “powerful forces” on the Left are conspiring to keep her out of the next Democrat political debate.
“Doomsday Preppers” — or “Survivalists” — Prepare for the Worst
[image: doomsday-preppers-or-survivalists-prepare-for-the-worst] A British study found that the concerns of “doomsday preppers” are not exclusively “right wing” manifestations, but are “reflective of increasingly established and popular outlooks.”
Is “Old Joe” Losing It? Biden’s Gaffes Continue to Mount
[image: is-old-joe-losing-it-biden-s-gaffes-continue-to-mount] If Biden keeps his double-digit lead among Democrat hopefuls, he'll be Trump's punching bag in the presidential debates next year.
Harris, Warren Tweet Lie That Cop Murdered Michael Brown
[image: harris-warren-tweet-lie-that-cop-murdered-michael-brown] The prevarications of the Democratic presidential candidates about President Trump are bad enough, but now two of them are manufacturing lies about an American uninvolved in their quest for the presidency.
King: New Face at the US Education Department
The U.S. Senate recently confirmed Robert “Bob” King as assistant secretary for postsecondary education after his nomination in February by President Trump. The impact King’s appointment will have on diversity in higher education remains an open question. However, his tenure as president of the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education might offer some clues, some say.
Study Finds Debt Differences Between Various Degree-Holders
A recent study found that those who have completed a four-year degree or, in some cases, no degree at all, faced less financial challenges than individuals with a two-year degree. The research, Diverging Paths: Youth Debt, College and Family Background, was carried out by the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE) alongside Ohio State University […]
Comparisons May Unintentionally Perpetuate and Validate White Supremacy
Most research on Black collegians has sought to understand the experiences of Black students at predominantly White institutions or to compare the experiences of Black students at historically Black colleges and universities to their same-race counterparts at PWIs. In this context, the higher education community in general and HBCU officials specifically may lack an understanding of the issues and needs among Black students situated in Black colleges.
The Hunt is disgusting
Universal Studios developed a film showing "elites" killing "deplorables." Hmm. Not surprising that the people who think a 9 month human fetus isn't human enough to have rights might come up with an idea to kill people who support Trump. And the release has only been postponed. Remember, these are the people who "believe in science," but can find 40+ genders but no humanity in a baby. These are the people who go before congress and blather about morality and the 2nd amendment or pesticides on apples. “We stand by our filmmakers and will continue to distribute films in partnership ... more »
Area 51 Was Busy This Weekend
VFR sectional via VFRMap.com *Warzone/The Drive:* *Something Big Seems To Be Going Down Near Area 51 This Weekend* *Various pieces of information point to some important and secretive testing taking place in the Nevada Test and Training Range over the weekend. * The Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR) seems to be hosting a significant test—or tests—of some sort this weekend, at least according to fragmented reports from various sources. Keep in mind, the nature of the topic makes attempting to draw any hard conclusions as to what exactly is afoot in the large swathes of cordone... more »
How One Man Repopulated a Rare Butterfly Species in His Backyard
For hundreds of years, the majestic California pipevine swallowtail butterly called San Francisco home. Increased development in the early 20th century caused the butterfly to slowly disappear, making it is a rare and precious sight. But thanks to one man transforming his yard into a habitat for them, the butterfly is making a comeback. Its […] The post How One Man Repopulated a Rare Butterfly Species in His Backyard appeared first on Health Nut News.
MI: Rural Charters, Warm Bodies, and the Effects of the Teacher "Shortage"
St. Helen, Michigan, has its share of problems. Founded as a logging community, it's Up North in Michigan. It's at least near the interstate, but the population is under 3,000, with a median family income of $30,268. They do have an annual bluegill festival, and Charlton Heston spent part of his childhood there. On the other hand, they're Number Two on the Roadsnacks list of Worst Small Towns in Michigan. Unemployment is a whopping 18.9%; poverty is at 31%. This summer the beaches at the lake have been closed down for bacteria. Not actually a phys ed teacherThe town took another hit... more »
When Culture Wins Hearts and Minds
Joshua Harris announced that he has decided to abandon his pulpit, family, and even faith. ~ Robin Smith ~ What makes a man, specifically a pastor, leave his wife of over 20 years, his three teenage children, his ministry, and his entire faith — and publicly apologize for not supporting homosexual relationships and unions? […]
U.S. Army Brigade IS Using Mini Drones For The First Time In Afghanistan
A paratrooper from the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, prepares to launch a Black Hornet personal drone Friday, August 9, 2019, in Kandahar, Afghanistan, in support of a foot patrol. THOMAS CIESLAK/U.S. ARMY *Stars and Stripes: **Army brigade uses mini drones for first time in Afghanistan* KABUL, Afghanistan — Members of the first Army infantry brigade to be issued pocket-sized drones are putting the devices to work in southern Afghanistan. Paratroopers from the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, used the Black Hornet Personal Reconnaissance System l... more »
Forbes censors Israeli astrophysicist Nir Shaviv
Forbes didn't want you to read Professor Shaviv's work on the impact of solar activity on climate. The post Forbes censors Israeli astrophysicist Nir Shaviv appeared first on CFACT.
Mondoweiss: ‘Shocking report’ on Jewish efforts to defeat Rashida Tlaib
In a discussion tinged with racism, Jewish power brokers in Detroit have vowed to get Rep Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) out of office at any cost – "for Jewish reasons." The post Mondoweiss: ‘Shocking report’ on Jewish efforts to defeat Rashida Tlaib appeared first on If Americans Knew Blog.
Here's one proposed law I think we can all support
Whether one's on the left or the right of US politics, some things are more important than political orientation. I think this is one of them. A coalition of six Republican and three Democratic senators wants officials to inventory the costs, goals, and performance of all federal programs, then post the resulting database on the internet. * . . .* The purpose of the proposal is to “provide taxpayers with an improved understanding of government programs through the disclosure of cost, performance, and areas of duplication among them, leverage existing data to achieve a functional ... more »
Reinhardt’s Misleading Data on Drug Price Differences
Timothy Taylor, the Conversable Economist, posted today on some highlights from the late Uwe Reinhardt’s last book, Priced Out: The Economic and Ethical Costs of American Health Care. He, following the lead of the Milken Institute Review in its excerpt of the book, shows charts comparing the cost of various health care goods and services […] The post Reinhardt’s Misleading Data on Drug Price Differences appeared first on Econlib.
Reflections on an Interview with Bernie Sanders
If you watch the interview of Bernie Sanders by Joe Rogan, which has been clicked close to eight million times, you will find that the Vermont senator and presidential candidate looks honest and persuasive. One reason is that he has been a politician for nearly all his life, but there is more than that. One […] The post Reflections on an Interview with Bernie Sanders appeared first on Econlib.
Grave Danger Of China Collapse - With Guest David Stockman
Trade war with US, Hong Kong protests showing no signs of slowing - is China on the verge of a collapse? If the collapse does come, what next? Are America's fingerprints on the protests, as China claims? Former Reagan Administration official and former Tune in to today's Liberty Report:
While Grace has shared her story, thousands more still can't tell theirs
It took two years and $10,000 in legal fees for Grace Tame to be able to tell her own story. But for other victims in Tasmania and the NT, an unfair law still keeps them gagged, writes Nina Funnell.
August has left a shadow across America, but there is light on the horizon
No matter what happens next in the Trump presidency, August 2019 is bound to be a chapter in any post-administration book, writes Micheline Maynard.
Morrison pledges $500 million to fight climate change across Pacific islands
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Prime Minister Scott Morrison is seeking to deflect criticisms of Australia's climate change policies ahead of his arrival at a meeting of Pacific leaders in Tuvalu on Wednesday.
Russia buries 'elite' nuclear scientists killed while testing secret weapons
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Russia's top nuclear official pays tribute to five "national heroes" killed in what US experts suspect was the botched test of a new missile, and an incident linked to a radiation spike.
Former US counter-terror chief raises alarm over right-wing extremism
The world has witnessed a number of right-wing extremist attacks this year, and a former director of America's National Counterterrorism Centre fears there will be more.
Trump Administration Enforces Immigration “Public Charge” Laws – Green Cards Dependent on Self Sufficiency…
The White House has announced the Trump administration will enforce long-standing immigration laws that require entrants to be economically self-sufficient and limits public welfare benefits. An entry alien who is -or becomes- dependent on public welfare assistance, is known … Continue reading →
Did ‘Fox and Friends’ Call Fred Rogers an ‘Evil, Evil Man’?
The segment prompted numerous rebuttals condemning the "maliciousness of the attack" on the legacy of the children's TV host.
Suspect in Norway Mosque Attack Smirks in Court Appearance
In a closed-door hearing, he did not admit guilt and asked to be set free, his lawyer said.
Trump Overhauls Landmark Endangered Species Protections
Administration officials contend the changes improve efficiency of oversight, while protecting rare species.
See This A-4E Skyhawk Jet? It Took a Hit from a Deadly SA-2 Missile (And Survived)
*Dario Leone* *Security, * How? Taken on Apr. 25, 1967 the pictures in this post shows LTJG Al Crebo’s VA-212 A-4E Skyhawk, Navy BUNO 151102, after it had a close encounter with an SA-2 over North Vietnam. Noteworthy LTJG Al Crebo wasn’t able to get his stricken A-4E back aboard USS Bon Homme Richard (CV 31) but it did keep flying long enough for him to get back out over the water and for pictures to be taken. As told by Tommy H Thomason in his book Scooter! The Douglas A-4 Skyhawk Story, on a strike launched on Apr. 25, 1967 from Bon Homme Richard to destroy an ammunition dep... more »
The Best F-35 on the Planet? They Serve in Israel's Air force (And Iran Should Worry)
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, * Why not America? *An amazing story. * On May 22, Israeli Air Force commander Amikam Norkin announced that its F-35I stealth fighters had flown on two combat missions on “different fronts,” showing as proof a photograph of an F-35 overflying Beirut. While details on those missions have not been released—apparently, they were not deployed in a massive Israeli air attack on Iranian forces in Syria that took place on May 9—this nonetheless apparently confirmed the first combat operations undertaken by any variant of the controversial stealth jet, wh... more »
Can Dassault's Rafale Fighter Plane Survive Finish Winters? Europe Wants to Find Out.
*Gabriele Barison* *Security, Europe* [image: https://i.pinimg.com/originals/da/e1/cf/dae1cf30c35bd63480b655f98cf66bf3.jpg] Tests were conducted. *Noteworthy Dassault received the green light to develop the F4-standard for the Rafale fighter when Florence Parly, French Minister of the Armed Forces, paid a visit to its Mérignac plant on Jan. 14, 2019.* Dassault sent a Rafale fighter to Finland for one-week of cold weather testing. The aircraft was deployed at Rovaniemi Air Base. The test program was aimed to test the fighter’s performance in sub-zero temperatures during the col... more »
The European Stealth Fighter Project Now Has Spain Working with France and Germany
*Dario Leone* *Technology, Europe* [image: Airbus] Here are their plans. *Spain, where Airbus’s military transport planes are assembled, had sent a letter in December to Paris and Berlin asking to be associated with the project.* Spain is expected to sign a letter of intent with France and Germany to join the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) program. Spain had indicated back in December that it wishes to join the program. Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles will be representing the country for the ceremony in Brussels on Feb. 14. The FCAS project was launched in July 2017 ... more »
Watch out China: B-1B Strategic Bombers Have Successfully Tested LRASM Anti-Ship Missiles
*Dario Leone* *Technology, Americas* [image: https://www.dvidshub.net/image/5088517/b-1bs-tinkers-maintenance-repair-and-overhaul-training-center] Powerful weapons. *“As LRASM moves toward early operational fielding for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy, the weapon system continues to demonstrate critical capabilities that our warfighters need.”* A U.S. Air Force (USAF) B-1B from Dyess Air Force Base (AFB) has successfully test-fired a pair of production representative Long Range Anti-Ship Missiles (LRASMs). The event took place over the Sea Range at Point Mugu, California. It w... more »
KEEP CUTTING, MORONS: Watch Gold Go STRAIGHT UP!
This is a critical update from one of the best financial commentators I know, a good friend of ours, Mr. Lior Gantz of WealthResearchGroup.com and... more »
China Watch 38, China Army to attack HK protesters?
My admiration and respect to the brave people of Hong Kong for protesting the long arm of the China Communist Party over them. It started with the protest vs the CN-inspired extradition bill where suspected criminals and dissidents can be extradited to CN and endure the lack of rule of law there. Now on 3rd month of protests, the HK police are getting more aggressive and there are reports now showing that CN Army and police are assembling in Shenzhen, just across Hong Kong, and might come anytime to help the HK police stop the protests. *Hong Kong On The Edge: Chinese Troops Gather... more »
Texas Judge Chastises CPS but 4-Year-Old Boy Still Not Returned to Family
On Friday, August 9, a status hearing was held in the Pardo case where the court considered what action steps would have to be taken before Drake could be sent home. Judge Tracy Gray, the same judge who signed the original emergency removal order on June 20, presided over the case. The tone of the hearing was strikingly different than the post-removal July 2 hearing presided over by Judge Michael Chitty, which Senator Bob Hall described as an “egregious injustice.” Judge Tracy Gray chastised CPS for the ridiculous list of requests included in their report to the court. Judge Gray t... more »
Luxembourg’s adult-use marijuana law ‘at least two years out,’ official says
Luxembourg authorities are working on details for the legalization of recreational marijuana, and the legislative process for the program – “inspired by the Canadian model” – could start as early as this fall, Vice Prime Minister and Health Minister Étienne Schneider revealed. However, Schneider also said in an interview with Euronews “it will take at […] Luxembourg’s adult-use marijuana law ‘at least two years out,’ official says is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
New Mexico closer to capping medical marijuana cultivation
A New Mexico hearing officer endorsed a plan to limit medical cannabis cultivation to 1,750 mature plants per grower, an effort to avert a possible market oversupply. State health department Secretary Kathyleen Kunkel will have the final say on whether to implement the plan, which some growers argue will constrain and harm the nascent market. […] New Mexico closer to capping medical marijuana cultivation is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Denver law firm creates cannabis, industrial hemp industry group
Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, a Denver-based law firm and lobbying giant, said it has created a marijuana and industrial hemp industry group. The firm launched the group to focus on marijuana and industrial hemp as they become more “mainstream,” according to Brownstein Hyatt. The group will be co-chaired by Melissa Kuipers Blake, a shareholder in […] Denver law firm creates cannabis, industrial hemp industry group is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Bet You Won't See This Story on CNN
Anyone who has wasted time watching either CNN or MSNBC knows who April Ryan is. White House correspondent for National Urban Radio (what ever that is) and an obnoxious cable news channel racial flame thrower, she's been one of the loudest of the media mouths to criticize DJT's attack on Fake News, and a leading proponent of the delusional idea DJT is suppressing free speech. She also has gone as far as insist that as members of the media they are in danger of physical attacks because people believe they don't tell the truth anymore, as if that is a new development. So it seems q... more »
America’s Forgotten Nuclear Disaster: Church Rock Still Poisoning Navajo Tribe 40 Years Later
*21WIRE* | Incredibly, the radiation continues this day, still devastating native communities in New Mexico.
Is Trump a Modern-Day Herbert Hoover?
*Stephen Lendman* | As always during times of crisis - ordinary people are the one who get hurt most.
The Trilateral Commission: Helping Driving America’s Bankers Coup d’Etat
*Matthew Ehret* | Few are aware that it was under Jimmy Carter that the deep state, working on behalf of transnational corporations, took control of US foreign policy.
2:00PM Water Cooler 8/12/2019
Today's Water Cooler:
7 Unanswered Questions About Epstein’s Death Mainstream Media Is Not Talking About
[image: epstein]There were reports that Epstein was willing to start testifying against his rich and powerful friends, but now that will never happen.
Court Upholds Ruling to Strip Native Americans of Their Right to Vote
[image: vote]North Dakota is one step closer to ensuring thousands of Native American residents will never be able to vote.
AG Bill Barr: “Serious Irregularities” Surround Custodial Death of Jeffrey Epstein…
United States Attorney General William Barr delivered remarks this morning to the Fraternal Order of Police’s National Biennial Conference when he spoke about the custodial death of high-profile sex trafficking ringleader Jeffrey Epstein. “We are now learning of serious irregularities … Continue reading →
U.S. Customs Continues to “Modernize” Its System to Include Biometrics For All Passengers
By Nicholas West One aspect often lost in the immigration debate is the rollout of government solutions that are set to restrict the freedom of... more »
BWorld 358, How government restricts energy development
* My column in BusinessWorld on August 08, 2019. In the first week of August this year, I saw seven energy-related stories in BusinessWorld Economy section alone: 1. “SolGen appeals Supreme Court ruling on power deal competitive selection” (Aug. 1). 2. “Solar Para sa Bayan franchise signed” (Aug. 2). 3. “MinDa added to energy investment council” (Aug. 2). 4. “PCC, ERC agree to cooperate to push competition in power sector” (Aug. 6). 5. “Energy efficiency firms call for new law’s IRR to reflect BoI perks” (Aug. 6). 6. “High court seeks Meralco, ERC comment on bill deposits case” ... more »
Medicaid Act 2019 signed into law and other updates
… and surprise, surprise MSM “ain’t reporting on it!” Imagine that. Why, because it doesn’t fit their narrative. In March 2019, CNBC and others ran massive headlines proclaiming that Trump promised to protect Medicare and Medicaid but well…there was a big cut in the budget. While not quite as harsh in their delivery, the Committee on Responsible Federal Budget also found that there was nearly $600 million slashed from the new budget that covered these two programs. Updates on Medicaid and Medicare Interestingly be sure to note how quickly the bill actually made it through both chambe... more »
Hong Kong Annoys Liberals and their Chi-Com buddies
Waving the US Flag ( that alone annoys Liberals who routinely spit on it, ignore it, insult it, or like the faggot fencer, kneel like a bitch) and wishing that they had the US Constitution and the 2d Amendment more than likely has the Demsheviks running to their boss Soros and crying the blues. Enjoy.
Report: Guards Ignored Epstein, Cellmate Removed. Mossad, Prince Andrew Figure in Case
[image: report-guards-ignored-epstein-cellmate-removed-mossad-prince-andrew-figure-in-case] The official failures in the death (called a suicide) of Jeffrey Epstein, the billionaire sex offender whom federal prosecutors indicted on sex-trafficking charges in July, are unlikely to have been accidental, indicating a likelihood that he was "suicided."
Summertime and the Living is Easy: In Praise of Farmers Markets
Not every aspect of modern life has been crapified: in praise of farmers markets, and the pleasure of making good jam.
Is Donald J. Trump a racist race-baiter?
*MONDAY, AUGUST 12, 2019We largely agree with Drum: * Is Donald J. Trump a racist? A white supremacist? A race-baiter? Kevin Drum says that he would go with the last of those three terms. In general, we'd agree with where Drum ends up, but we slightly disagree with a few points along the way. More than anything else, we're inclined to say that Donald J. Trump seems to be mentally ill. We'd also agree that he seems to be a fairly obvious race-baiter—though we'd hasten to add that Trump's 63 million voters may not see his conduct that way. Drum says he'd choose the "race-baiter" la... more »
Russian ship likely carrying large supply of tanks is en route to Syria: photos
BEIRUT, LEBANON (7:20 P.M.) – A Russian ship that is likely carrying a large supply of tanks and APCs is currently on the way to Syria’s port-city of Tartous, maritime naval observer Yoruk Isik reported on Monday. According to Isik, the Russian ship, Ropucha class landing ship Azoz 151, has transited the Bosphorus Strait en […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Six US servicemen arrive in Turkey for creation of ‘safe zone’ in Syria: Turkish DM
The Turkish Defense Ministry has confirmed the arrival of six US military personnel who will be involved in the work of the coordination centre for joint operations and the planned security zone in northern Syria. Washington and Ankara announced a deal last week on a buffer zone between Turkey and US-backed Kurdish forces in northeastern […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Turkey not backing down in northern Hama, new military convoy arrives
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:20 P.M.) – Turkey is not planning to abandon their observation posts in northern Syria, despite the fact their allied militant forces have lost a great deal of territory over the last two weeks. On Monday morning, opposition activists reported that a large Turkish military convoy was traveling through the town of Ma’arat […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Upgraded Russian Mi-28NM chopper now capable of striking two targets at a time
Russia’s latest Mi-28NM attack helicopter has received the capability to strike two targets at a time with missiles, Air Force Commander, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Russia’s Aerospace Force Sergei Dronov said in an interview with the Defense Ministry’s newspaper Krasnaya Zvezda on Monday. The interview comes as Russia is celebrating Air Force Day on August 12. […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
The Afghan Army Is Fighting A Losing Defensive War
The bodies of 20 commandos were lined up last year outside the governor’s office in Sang-e-Masha, in Afghanistan’s Ghazni Province. Their company was almost destroyed fighting the Taliban.CreditJim Huylebroek for The New York Times *New York Times:* A*s U.S. Nears a Pullout Deal, Afghan Army Is on the Defensive* KABUL, Afghanistan — As the United States appears to be nearing a deal with the Taliban on pulling its troops from Afghanistan, the country’s security forces are in their worst state in years — almost completely on the defensive in much of the country, according to local m... more »
Can Vaping Cause Seizures?
Despite research linking e-cigarettes to numerous health problems, many still believe vaping is a safe alternative to smoking. E-cigarettes, after all, are marketed that way — specifically to teens and young adults, many of whom are now addicted to nicotine at a young age. In addition to the high levels of nicotine e-cigarettes contain, they’re […] The post Can Vaping Cause Seizures? appeared first on Health Nut News.
H2O Reduces CO2 Climate Sensitivity
Francis Massen writes at his blog meteoLCD on The Kaupinnen papers, summarizing and linking to studies by Dr Jyrki Kaupinnen (Turku University in Finland) regarding the climate sensitivity problem. Excerpts in italics with my bolds Dr. Jyrki Kaupinnen (et al.) has published during the last decade several papers on the problem of finding the climate […]
Raging Western wildfires underscore federal land mismanagement
Are state and local governments better able to conserve our forests than federal bureaucrats? The post Raging Western wildfires underscore federal land mismanagement appeared first on CFACT.
NYC Has Lost 4,000 Jobs in the Restaurant Sector Alone Since Arrival of $15 Minimum Wage
By Mark J. Perry New York City businesses have been struggling with higher labor costs brought about by the new $15 an hour city minimum... more »
Raw Milk Is Illegal In Australia But Unpasteurized Milk Is Now For Sale
Raw dairy is diarrhea and vomiting waiting to happen, there is a reason heat pasteurization is credited with saving a billion lives, but a company in Australia has used a legal loophole to milk raw believers into buying their un-pasteurized product. read more
Tax Credits Are Expiring for Tesla and GM
The Plug-In Electric Drive Vehicle Credit (EV tax credit)—established by the Energy Improvement and Extension Act of 2008, and further… The post Tax Credits Are Expiring for Tesla and GM appeared first on IER.
Editor's Note
Was stuck in meetings all morning. Blogging will return within an hour.
"Patriotism; Goodness..."
"Patriotism is proud of a country's virtues and eager to correct its deficiencies; it also acknowledges the legitimate patriotism of other countries, with their own specific virtues. The pride of nationalism, however, trumpets its country's virtues and denies its deficiencies, while it is contemptuous toward the virtues of other countries. It wants to be, and proclaims itself to be, "the greatest," but greatness is not required of a country; only goodness is." - Sydney J. Harris
"They Switched Him Out" -- and other American Judicial Perversions
*Nomadiceveryman* *video re latest* *on the Epstein "Travesty of Justice"* *No autopsy report and no cause of death.* Well, the Epstein "Travesty of Justice" is winding down now. As predicted by almost everyone in the alternate media, there will be no true investigation/justice in this "tangential titillation" as greencrow called it from the beginning. It's sad to be right sometimes. It's sad that there is not one prominent voice in USrael courageously speaking out in support of their justice system. But no. Down the swirly it goes. In the video analysis above, *Nomadiceveryma... more »
Up to a foot of snow possible in Mt Rainier summit, Washington
In early August 10 Aug 2019 – This afternoon A 50 percent chance of snow showers…. with a temperature falling to around 26 by 5pm. Total daytime snow accumulation of 5 to 9 inches possible. Tonight Snow showers likely before 11pm, then a chance of snow after 11pm…. with a low around 25. Chance of precipitation ... Read moreUp to a foot of snow possible in Mt Rainier summit, Washington The post Up to a foot of snow possible in Mt Rainier summit, Washington appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Bear Breaks into House, Leaves by Pushing Through a Wall
A black bear broke into a Colorado house over the weekend and left by breaking through a wall "like the Kool-Aid Man."
Escaped Inmate Captured After Five-Day Manhunt
A Tennessee convict suspected of killing a corrections administrator before escaping prison on a tractor was captured after homeowners recognized him on their outdoor surveillance camera.
David Morgan: “This is the real move in gold and silver… it’s going to be multiyear.”
By Mike Gleason Mike Gleason: It is my privilege now to welcome back our good friend David Morgan of The Morgan Report. David, it’s always... more »
A Sino-Russian Firewall Against US Interference
[image: undefined] *A sit-in at Hong Kong international airport, Aug 9, 2019* China has explicitly accused the United States and Britain for fomenting the “pro-democracy” protests in Hong Kong. Beijing has taken up the matter via the diplomatic channel demanding that the US intelligence should stop inciting and abetting the Hong Kong protestors. Last week photographic evidence appeared in the media showing the political counsellor in the US consulate in Hong Kong Julie Eadeh confabulating in the lobby of a local luxury hotel with the student leaders involved in Hong Kong’s pro-democr... more »
Endgame for the Fed?
[image: undefined] The Federal Reserve, responding to concerns about the economy and the stock market, and perhaps to criticisms by President Trump, recently changed course on interest rates by cutting its “benchmark” rate from 2.25 percent to two percent. President Trump responded to the cut in already historically-low rates by attacking the Fed for not committing to future rate cuts. The Fed’s action is an example of a popular definition of insanity: doing the same action over and over again and expecting different results. After the 2008 market meltdown, the Fed launched an unpr... more »
This Navy F/A-18 Hornet Almost Crashed from a Basket Stuck in Its Refueling Probe
*Dario Leone* *History, Americas* [image: https://www.dvidshub.net/image/5586367/local-media-travels-aboard-refueling-mission-talisman-sabre-19] Here's the story. *With the canopy missing, Wright was faced with severe windblast and cold temperatures, as well as possible injury from the remaining 10-foot section of refueling hose still attached to the basket. * Taken on Feb. 1, 2002, the main image of the article shows maintenance personnel dispatched from the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) removing a refueling basket from the refueling probe on an F/A-18... more »
How a Habu Driver Incredibly Managed to Save His Doomed SR-71
*Dario Leone* *History, Americas* [image: https://www.dvidshub.net/image/846291/sr-71-lasre] Impressive. *Pugh was born on Sep. 30, 1935 and after having flown the B-47 and the B-52, was selected for the SR-71 program and was transferred to the 9th Strategic Reconnaissance Wing (SRW) in 1969.* The Blackbird pilot you see in the main image of this article is Colonel Thomas S. Pugh who with over 900 hours has been one of the high time SR-71 drivers. Read full article
Oorah! Meet Captain Anneliese Satz, the First Female Marine to Pilot the F-35B
*Gabriele Barison* *Security, Americas* [image: US Marine Corps/Sgt. Ashley Phillips] History made. *Satz is now headed to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, the Green Knights based out of Iwakuni, Japan, a release said.* Marine Capt. Anneliese Satz has become the first female Marine F-35B pilot having completed the syllabus on the STOVL version of the Lightning II on Jun. 27, 2019 at the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, South Carolina. It’s a historic feat for the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC), as she joins a relatively small field of Marine F-35 pilots. As reported by Ma... more »
"Economic Market Snapshot AM 8/12/19"
• Gregory Mannarino, "Trouble Dead Ahead... Bond Market Alert" https://www.traderschoice.net/ • MarketWatch Market Summary, Live Updates - https://www.marketwatch.com/tools/marketsummary • CNN Market Data: - http://money.cnn.com/data/markets/ CNN Fear And Greed Index: - http://money.cnn.com/data/fear-and-greed/ • - https://www.zerohedge.com/ • "3 Charts Confirming The Global Economy Is Already In Recession" • "Stocks, Bond Yields Tumble As Global Times Warns US "Don't Underestimate China's Will" • "Inflation Is Showing Up At The Worst Place Possible For Consumers: Walmart"
"He Did What… ! ? !"
*"He Did What… ! ? !"* by Jim Kunstler "The only trouble with the conspiracy theory that hundreds of prominent and powerful people wanted Jeffrey Epstein dead is that Jeffrey Epstein might have wanted Jeffrey Epstein dead even more than they did. But that’s mere conjecture. His mind is beyond being read. Of course, the evidence of his alleged crimes didn’t die - the “meticulous” records he kept live on, along with the names of Mr. Epstein’s patrons, clients, marks, however you might classify the celebs drawn into the pulsating estrogenic bubble of his life, humming that old tune “T... more »
PM's pick for the Senate facing a major challenge
Former Liberal MP Sarah Henderson's bid to return to federal politics is facing a major threat with party members flexing their muscles in favour of opponent Greg Mirabella.
The 'world's biggest superstar' just sent Australia into a spin
If you rolled Harrison Ford, Brad Pitt and Shane Warne into one, you'd be close to the level of celebrity that is Shah Rukh Khan. And he just sent his Australian fans into a spin.
Capitol Hill could imperil any new US-UK trade deal
bilaterals.org - 11 hours ago
12-Aug-2019 What might become the biggest obstacle of all has to do with Ireland, not with Britain per se.
A Trump-Bolsonaro free-trade agreement is an apocalyptically bad idea
bilaterals.org - 11 hours ago
12-Aug-2019 A possible free trade agreement between the United States and Brazil will have considerable environmental, climate and human rights risks.
'Govt trying to hand over Reko Diq to TTC again'
bilaterals.org - 11 hours ago
12-Aug-2019 TCC is trying to use the $5.9 billion ICSID penalty to scare the Balochistan government into giving it the Reko Diq project.
In Argentina's wine country, vintners worry about recession - and trade deal
bilaterals.org - 11 hours ago
12-Aug-2019 Argentine wineries are trying to figure out whether a trade deal with Europe will prove a boom or a bust to their vineyards, in face of highly-subsidized EU vineyards.
Monsanto Paid Google to Censor Results
Monsanto (Bayer) operated an intelligence-gathering “fusion center,” to discredit journalists and activists, including singer Neil Young, and paid Google to bury results in its search engine, The Guardian, reported. Activist Post previously reported that Bayer/Monsanto — the formerly merged company of potentially two of the evilest businesses in history — had kept a file of 200 names, including journalists … The post Monsanto Paid Google to Censor Results appeared first on OYE Alternative News.
Will Joe Biden Hand the Marijuana Industry to Big Pharma?
*Image source: A 2009 article in Hemp News entitled "Big Pharma Eyes Medical Marijuana." They've had their eye on this market for a while.* *by Thomas Neuburger* According to recent reports, Joe Biden's plan for marijuana decriminalization calls for expunging criminal records of those convicted of marijuana use (a good and necessary thing), but it also calls for moving marijuana from the Schedule I drug list, which includes cocaine and heroin, to the Schedule II list, which treats it like penicillin and your asthma inhaler. The offered reason for the shift is that this would "allo... more »
What's good for the goose...
Anthony the Zurcher Roughly half of Anthony Zurcher's tweets these days fall in the category of "partisan hack sneers at Trump": Roughly half of Trump’s tweets these days fall in the category of “grumpy man yells at TV” https://t.co/f7xFfpo6ro — Anthony Zurcher (@awzurcher) August 11, 2019
Thought for Today
Here’s a news flash: How about enforcing the 2,000+ gun laws we already have? How about locking up murdering criminals instead of the revolving door in our judicial system? How about amending the laws that prevent healthcare professionals from reporting certified nutjobs to law enforcement? That makes too much sense. It’s easier to vilify 99.9999% of responsible gun owners then to do what actually might prevent or curtail murder in some ridiculous attempt to “do something”. ~ Hardnox
Bill Clinton, 1995, on Illegal Aliens
Sent in by Hershey and we thank him. From C-Span: In 1995, during Clinton’s “State of the Union” address: “All Americans, not only in the States most heavily affected but in every place in this country, are rightly disturbed by the large numbers of illegal aliens entering our country. The jobs they hold might otherwise be held by citizens or legal immigrants. The public service they use impose burdens on our taxpayers. That’s why our administration has moved aggressively to secure our borders more by hiring a record number of new border guards, by deporting twice as many criminal al... more »
Brazil’s Real Falls Below US$ 4 for the First Time Since May
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - (Reuters) Brazil’s real weakened sharply on Monday, falling below US$ 4 for the first time since late May as local markets felt the heat from surging market volatility and political uncertainty in neighboring Argentina. In early trading, the dollar was up 1.8 percent at 4.01 reais, the highest since May […] The post Brazil’s Real Falls Below US$ 4 for the First Time Since May appeared first on The Rio Times.
Rio Federal University Rejects Joining Education Ministry Future-se Project
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The UFRJ (Federal University of Rio de Janeiro) announced that it does not intend to join the "Future-se" program, a project launched by the MEC (Ministry of Education) on July 17th, under its current terms. In a meeting held on Thursday, August 8th, the University Council, UFRJ's highest-ranking body, took […] The post Rio Federal University Rejects Joining Education Ministry Future-se Project appeared first on The Rio Times.
Review Hawker Hunters At War, Iraq and Jordan, 1958-1967
*Cooper, Tom and Salti, Patricia, **Hawker Hunters At War, Iraq and Jordan, 1958-1967**, West Midlands: Helion & Company, 2016* *Hawker Hunters At War* not only covers the British Hawker Hunter in Iraqi and Jordanian service, but the history of the two air forces, and their involvement in the 1967 Arab-Israeli War. Like others in Hellion’s Middle East at War series there are tons of pictures and first-hand accounts that bring the stories alive. Cooper and Salti begin with the origins of the Iraqi and Jordanian air forces and their acquisition of the Hawker Hunter jets. Iraq was th... more »
How the Indian Government Changed the Legal Status of Jammu and Kashmir
Valley near Kangan, Kashmir. (Source: Flickr/Kashmir Pictures, CC BY 2.0) The disputed territory of the Kashmir Valley has long been a cause of tension and armed conflict between India and Pakistan. The United Nations has stated it could be “one of the most militarized zones in the world.” Within India, the Valley is located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, which until recently enjoyed a special constitutional status that granted it more autonomy than other Indian states. On Aug. 5, the Indian government revoked this special status through a series of actions and is reorganizing ... more »
India’s Move in Kashmir: Unpacking the Domestic and International Motivations and Implications
Police confront protestors in Kashmir in December 2018. (Source: Tasnim News Agency/Seyyed Sajed Hassan Razavi, CC BY 4.0) On Monday, Aug. 5, the Indian government announced that the “special status” accorded to the state Jammu and Kashmir—which includes Ladakh—was no more. The government also split and downgraded the status of the erstwhile state into two union territories: “Jammu and Kashmir,” which will have a local legislature while Ladakh will resemble other union territories. I was in India when this move was announced, and in the run-up, it became increasingly clear that so... more »
This Day In Iraqi History - Aug 12
1919 Churchill wrote PM Lloyd George saying were too many troops in Mesopotamia that could crush its finances (Musings On Iraq article on Churchill’s views on Mesopotamia) (Musings On Iraq book review *Inventing Iraq: The Failure of Nation Building and a History Denied*) (Musings On Iraq book review *Churchill’s Folly, How Winston Churchill Created Modern Iraq*) 1920 UK Col Leachman killed by Sheikh Dhari in Fallujah helping to spread 1920 revolt to the west 1920 British military cmdr Sir Haldane criticized High Commissioner Wilson for failing to arrest notables in Baghdad that su... more »
"Igniting Civil War"
That's the title of an article by Prof. Angelo Codevilla, whom we've met in these pages several times before. I've learned to respect his views very highly, because they've proven prescient over a long period. Here's an excerpt. It all starts with getting people accustomed to hating each other. And that starts at the top. Saying hateful things about one’s opponents is a time-tested way of stoking supporters’ enthusiasm, of building support for one’s own side. But when blood is spilled, someone, then everyone else, tends to use it as a pretext for inciting more violence. That’s t... more »
UN To America: Open the Border, Kill More Babies
[image: un-to-america-open-the-border-kill-more-babies] Behaving more and more like the global government it seeks to become, the United Nations has stepped up its attacks against America — especially the growing efforts to protect the Southern border and the lives of unborn children. Even under President Donald Trump, the UN has continued to bark orders at America as if the U.S. government were a mere administrative unit in the New World Order.
Trump Gets Pushback from NRA, Senators, 2A Organizations, and Opinion Molders Over His Push for New Gun Control Laws
[image: trump-gets-pushback-from-nra-senators-2a-organizations-and-opinion-molders-over-his-push-for-new-gun-control-laws] The Second Amendment remains dangerous to touch for politicians, so as of now, new gun-control laws at the federal level are unlikely.
Rich Americans Fill Florida’s Tax Coffers as They Flee High-tax States
[image: rich-americans-fill-florida-s-tax-coffers-as-they-flee-high-tax-states] Wealthy Americans, encouraged by tax code changes, are fleeing high tax-states and take their cash to places that won’t drain them dry.
Halifax is getting ruff with canine owners in these dog days of summer
News 1. MyHealthNS Jennifer Henderson reports on MyHealthNS and the decision by McKesson Canada to pull the plug on the online portal that gave doctors access to results for X-rays, MRIs, and blood tests. The portal also allowed patients to book appointments and correspond with their doctor through email. Health Minister Randy Delorey made the […]
Cops Still Not Charged After Dumping 26 Rounds Into Truck Full of Small Children, Shooting 3 Of Them
[image: children]Police are refusing to release any more information on a case in which two officers dumped 26 rounds into a truck full of four young children.
WATCH: Star Quarterback Falsely Arrested as Cops Mistake Bird Poop for Cocaine
Criminally negligent cops, using known faulty drug test kits mistook bird poop for cocaine and kidnapped and caged an innocent college football player.
Normalizing Negative Interest: It’s Flabbergasting How Closely Media Parrots the Government
By Graham Smith Negative interest rates have been making big headlines lately, as several countries and big banks are now experimenting with the unorthodox monetary... more »
5 Theories About the “Death” of Jeffrey Epstein
By Daisy Luther and Dagny Taggart Nobody was really surprised when it was reported last weekend that Jeffrey Epstein was found dead in his jail... more »
New American Gothic
Make no mistake. This was a gleeful victory celebration for the pair of D.C. comics who currently reside in the White House. At the same moment that the Joker and Catwoman were holding up the human spoils of their Campaign of Cruelty and Fear, ICE agents were terrorizing at least a thousand other children by arresting several hundred of their parents, who were working for low wages at a poultry processing plant in Mississippi. I wouldn't be surprised if the Trump family had invested in chicken futures that very morning, betting that the price of drumsticks will soon be skyrocketin... more »
Revitalizing Indigenous Languages Is Critical
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
UNITED NATIONS, Aug 12 (IPS) - Being fluent in a world language is a desirable skill in modern day society. However, some languages are suffering and in danger of extinction -- namely those of the indigenous peoples. Read the full story, “Revitalizing Indigenous Languages Is Critical”, on globalissues.org →
Five Million Palestinians Deserve Better!
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
UNITED NATIONS, Aug 12 (IPS) - Ian Williams is a former President of the UN Correspondents Association (UNCA) and author of "UNtold: The Real Story of the United Nations in Peace and WarAn old adage passed on by veteran U.N. staff to younger recruits is, "Do nothing whenever possible. It's safer." For a junior officer that might indeed be career-enhancing. Read the full story, “Five Million Palestinians Deserve Better!”, on globalissues.org →
‘Beggar Thy Neighbour’ Policy Advice
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
SYDNEY and KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (IPS) - The harmful effects of falling corporate tax rates have been acknowledged in a recent International Monetary Fund (IMF) research paper. This trend, since the early 1980s, has been especially detrimental for developing countries, which rely on direct taxation much more than developed economies. Read the full story, “‘Beggar Thy Neighbour’ Policy Advice”, on globalissues.org →
Is India on Track to Beat the Perfect Storm?
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
NEW DELHI, Aug 12 (IPS) - "The Perfect Storm" was a dire prediction that by 2030 food shortages, scarce water and insufficient energy resources together with climate change would threaten to unleash public unrest, cross-border conflicts and mass migration from worst-affected regions. Read the full story, “Is India on Track to Beat the Perfect Storm?”, on globalissues.org →
Conservative Argentine President Macri Suffer A Massive Defeat In Primary Elections On Sunday
*BBC:* *Argentine leader Mauricio Macri trounced in primary vote* Conservative Argentine President Mauricio Macri suffered a resounding defeat in primary elections on Sunday. The primary, in which presidential candidates from all parties take part, was won by his left-wing rival, Alberto Fernández. Mr Macri, whose austerity measures have turned many voters against him, is hoping to win a second term in office in the presidential poll on 27 October. But analysts say his chances of beating Mr Fernández now look very slim. *Read more* .... *Update #1: *Macri suffers crushing defe... more »
Visa & Mastercard Pledge not to Block Firearms Purchases as Gun Sales Surge
By Sean Walton Unlike some other payment processors who have allowed themselves to become politicized, Visa CEO Alfred Kelly has promised not to block purchases... more »
Autopsy of Epstein Performed, But Details Yet to Be Released
Epstein’s abrupt death cut short a criminal prosecution that could have pulled back the curtain on the inner workings of a high-flying financier with connections to celebrities and presidents, though prosecutors have vowed to continue investigating.
Pelosi: Immigration Reform is Congress’ Moral Responsibility
Pelosi traveled to Central America with a congressional delegation to explore the causes of immigration and possible solutions.
Five Children Killed in Fire at Pennsylvania Day Care Center
The victims ranged in age from 8 months to 7 years.
Angry Wasps Help Police Nab Fleeing Fugitive
The unusual sting operation took place after officers tried to arrest a 32-year-old man to serve an outstanding 11-month custodial sentence.
New Rules Can Deny Green Cards for Immigrants on Food Stamps
Federal law already requires those seeking green cards and legal status to prove they will not be a burden to the United States, or what's called a "public charge," but the new rules detail a broader range of programs that could disqualify them.
Bill Cosby’s Appeal to Review Handling of #MeToo Case
Bill Cosby's lawyers will fight to overturn his sexual assault conviction as the 82-year-old comedian serves a three- to 10-year prison term in Pennsylvania.
Federal New York Lockup Draws New Scrutiny in Epstein Death
Epstein's death is the latest black eye for the U.S. Bureau of Prisons, the jail's parent agency that already was under fire for the October death of Boston gangster James "Whitey" Bulger, who was fatally beaten at a federal prison in West Virginia shortly after his arrival.
What's in a name? Europe wants to stop Australian producers from selling 'feta', 'scotch beef'
EU officials want to prevent Australian farmers from calling their cheese feta unless it comes from Greece. But efforts to restrict prosecco to only come from Italy face strong opposition.
Australia must become constant construction zone or risk collapse, advisory body says
Infrastructure Australia says services are coming under "unprecedented" pressure and the current boom in construction projects needs to become the "new normal" to keep pace with population growth and changing consumer demands.
Out of Control Domestic Terrorism, the Shock Doctrine, and the New World Order
Get ready as the roller coaster is out of control. Crash landing imminent in a new world order. Domestic terrorism is up, fueled by a president who flashes a thumbs up at the camera while his wife holds a baby orphaned by a domestic terrorist, who was likely inspired by presidential ideology. All this death is a great opportunity for the shock doctrine specialists: Terrified, but also numb, the American public will be shepherded into a new world order absent free speech, policed by repressive apparatuses that kill more people domestically than foreign wars. Did you see the leaked... more »
Jewish donors providing ‘Benjamins’ to defeat both Tlaib & Trump
Philip Weiss reports that Rep Omar was berated endlessly for her statement about "the Benjamins"; others have said the same thing – because it's true... Top donors for both Dems & Repubs are Jewish... JTA's Ron Kampeas reports that for "Jewish reasons," Jewish Americans are fundraising to defeat Rashida Tlaib and Donald Trump... (includes video) The post Jewish donors providing ‘Benjamins’ to defeat both Tlaib & Trump appeared first on If Americans Knew Blog.
Gideon Levy: Why Israeli Police Are Terrorizing This Palestinian Village
Israeli police in the village of Isawiyah have an agenda, and it involves brutality, incitement, humiliation, and violence. The post Gideon Levy: Why Israeli Police Are Terrorizing This Palestinian Village appeared first on If Americans Knew Blog.
The Persistence of Poverty: Karelis’ Practice
Now that he’s explained the nature of persistent poverty, Karelis is ready to end it forever. His solution is simplicity itself: Give the poor everything they need. Once their needs are met, they’ll start acting like regular middle-class folks in order to satisfy their wants. Or in his terminology, once you give the poor enough […] The post The Persistence of Poverty: Karelis’ Practice appeared first on Econlib.
The New Tory Zeitgeist: Security over Freedom?
Onward is a new center-right think tank in Britain. I never heard of them before, but I ran into this poll they commissioned and published. It is based over some 5,000 interviews and it looks like a serious thing. The gist of it is basically that Tory voters tend to care more about “security” than […] The post The New Tory Zeitgeist: Security over Freedom? appeared first on Econlib.
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